Bachelor of Science - Biology - Ecology, Evolution and Behavior
About Bachelor of Science - Biology - Ecology, Evolution and Behavior
University of Minnesota Duluth's (UMD) BS in Biology offers preparation for graduate school and a sound basis for professional training in biological and health sciences. Biology is a broad field, and students can tailor their programs to fit personal interests or career aspirations.
The two subplans: genetics, cell and development, & ecology, evolution and behavior, are the two major emphases in the study and practice of biology and choice of upper division electives gives students the flexibility to further focus their degree programs.
Students in the Ecology, Evolution, and Behavior (EEB) sub-plan study the origin and maintenance of biodiversity and the interrelationship or organisms with each other and their physical environment. It prepares students for a wide range of careers including teaching, working on environmental problems for government agencies an industry, and for research positions at university and other institutions. It also provides excellent preparation for graduate school or professional programs including medicine and veterinary medicine. Student in the EEB sub-plan will choose from electives in the ecology, evolution, and behavior and diversity and taxonomy categories. These courses include inquiry based activities that explore the ecology, evolution and behavior of the diversity of life from microbes to moose.
The Department of Biology encourages students to develop as active scholars and to participate in undergraduate research. The degree involves faculty from multiple departments in the Swenson College of Science and Engineering and the UM Medical School.
- Active learning environment
- Access to state-of-the–art instrumentation
- Focus on undergraduate teaching and research
Acquired Skills
- Comprehension - Students will know and be able to explain the basic definitions and core concepts in their respective field of study.
- Application - Students will be able to apply biology knowledge and techniques towards solutions to problems.
- Analysis - Students will be able to determine an appropriate method for research, collect data and carry out the research using techniques and equipment specific to their field.
- Communication - Students will be able to write about scientific ideas and present their ideas and findings to technical and non-technical audiences.
Career Possibilities
Biologists with a Bachelor’s degree often do laboratory or field-based work directly related to their undergraduate training. For example:
- Work in an academic or private industry research lab.
- Join a biology-based agency such as the state’s department of natural resources or forestry service
- Get hired by federal agencies such as the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or U.S. Department of Agriculture
- Do environmental assessments or wildlife surveys with a consulting firm
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